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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and a marina

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Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View | View from room
Outdoor banquet area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is SAR 376
SAR 425 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul

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Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, River View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

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Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5, Colon, Colon

What's nearby

  • Gamboa Rainforest Resort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Miraflores Locks - 30 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 37 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Culebra Cut - 49 min drive - 27.4 km

Getting around

  • Panama City Passenger Station - 28 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monkey Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Gamboa Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Los Lagartos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Corotú - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chagre river de italiano - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Family-friendly hotel near Chagres River
Located close to Culebra Cut, Gamboa Rainforest Reserve provides a marina, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. Active travelers can enjoy ziplining, cycling, and motor boating at this hotel. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing, kayaking, and boat tours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a garden.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a ballroom, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 166 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, childcare services, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,756 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (31 inches high)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of PAB 45 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 26 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: PAB 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children
  • Pet fee: PAB 45 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Gamboa Rainforest
Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Gamboa Resort
Rainforest Resort
Rainforest Resort Gamboa
Resort Rainforest
Gamboa Rain Forest Resort
Gamboa Rainforest Hotel Gamboa
Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Hotel
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Colon
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Hotel Colon

Frequently asked questions

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Gamboa Rainforest Reserve pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 26 lbs per pet. There's a fee of PAB 45 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Gamboa Rainforest Reserve located?

This family-friendly Colon hotel is located on a river, 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Chagres River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo and Pedro Miguel Locks. Culebra Cut and Chagres National Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 626 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 626 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 626 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 626 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 626 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property in itself is very nice. The food on the the other hand was bland at best. For the price you pay, dining should be much better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Staff & service
The property had unique feel about , amazing opportunity to see and hear an amazing amount of birds. Although a little dated it has charm!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Lee

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The walkable property, the variety of birds and the jungle sounds we could hear from our deck. A great stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing birding

Beautiful hotel and wonderful location for hiking and birding. The swimming pool was immaculate. Food was overpriced, but really good. The resort is rather isolated, so you are paying for convenience. There is a local restaurant in town that is a half mile walk if you want to save.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rain forest and tours were interesting
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying here with our family, we loved the excursions to see wildlife so close to the resort. The pool was beautiful and people were very friendly. The buffet was good. our family and kids really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Top
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a cool place! It is all about the rainforest and the animals. The hotel is magical looking. You feel like you are in Jurassic Park. The staff was very friendly, the food good and the pool lovely. The hotel is a bit old and the rooms are a bit dated, but very comfortable and large. We went on night safari, saw the sloths, went zip lining and up the cable car. All very well organized, and so fun. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tyler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon check-in, we were offered the gamboa package which includes 3 buffet meals per day and 3 tour packages during the stay. After consideration the individual cost of these items- buffet meals, and the 2 tours we wanted to do anyways- we agreed to the cost of the package. However, we were stopped in the lobby and asked if we wanted to continue the package. So rather than the $700 quoted price for the duration of our stay, it only covered 2 nights. This is plain deception and thievery. They sold us on the duration of the stay, and surpised us that it actually was only for our first 2 nights. We left, refusing to patronize the hotel any further, depsite having already had paid for the remainder of our stay. Management refused to rectify the problem their staff caused.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, lots of activities, helpful staff. Rooms were spacious and clean. The food was pretty good and there were many options. Pool area is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alphonzo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

yilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet luxury
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful, clean, with a great pool and good food. The service was slow and not very friendly. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, with a great view. We were there for the new years and the event that was planned for guests was 10 out of ten such a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is run down and facilities are limited or not usable (such as tennis courts, club house, etc). The resort definitely shows its age. The pool area and the view are beautiful, staff is friendly and hotel is clean. Limited dining options, some restaurants are only open on weekends. Buffet food quality is very good but expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is beautiful. Staff were friendly. What we didn’t like was the increase in prices for the cable car. $50 to take the cable car up to the lookout seems a little severe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gamboa Rainforest

Amazing to stay at a resort like this and not a long drive from Panama City. The area is beautiful to explore, I think the tours could be a little more organized and explained in more detail. It was recommended to book as we arrived but fishing was then sold out, so if you have interest in a fishing trip, book ahead or contact the locals directly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estela May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a unique hotel, lots of activities for kids, we loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Experience

Great time in family. Options of activities are amazing for visitors from countries without Tropical Forest. We saw monkeys, sloths, butterflies, more than 15 different birds, ñeques, gato solo. Quality food in Buffet- good Price on cocktails - high but understandable. This is a family oriented hotel. Pet Friendly - amazing for families that enjoy stay with their pets been responsibles with them. It is a wild area so pets cant be without their leash. The viem of pool with lake view in the back is stunning. Rooms are big. It is missing repair and clean of some areas because of high humidity but usable areas are ok. The more impressive are the big windows in the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent especially Klara at the front desk, very helpful and personable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, friendly and helpful staff, great area for anybody who loves nature and photography
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Madhusudan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is Great ! The food is very expensive..if you stay here you don’t have any alternative you have eat the hotel food. The hotel does not even provide tooth paste. They will only give you 2 towels…it is very human and hot…so you will need more than one shower…but you will get only one towel per day per person. The room floors are oily and slippery…and the room smells a little…you will need a few hours to get used to it. Beware of mosquitos …you can’t stay out after dark…they will eat you alive!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and relaxing! A good place to get away from city life.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024